native breeds

native breeds

Low Angle View Of Sheep Standing On Mountain

British sheep breeds and how to recognise them

There are more than 90 different breeds of sheep in the UK, all with their own characteristics, appearance and habits. Here's how to recognise the most common.
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British White Cattle calf with mum Ava in ancient oak woodland on the Blenheim Estate in Oxfordshire

First pedigree British White Cattle calf born at Blenheim Estate

One of 12 baby calves, linked to the ancient British White cattle breed, has been born at the Oxfordshire UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of a reintroduction programme.
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Four day old domestic pigs outdoors, with black spots on pink skin

Native British pig breeds and how to recognise them

Do you know your Gloucester Old Spot from your British Lop? Learn more about the UK's most popular native pig breeds in our handy guide.
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